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Capturing Curiosity
Capturing Curiosity
Educator | Photographer | Aerospace | Writer
- Professional Summary
Veteran educator with 37 years of teaching experience, specializing in project-based, authentic learning that prepares students to be innovation-ready. Strong background in technology education, digital media, and aerospace outreach, with experience as an aerospace photojournalist covering NASA missions at Wallops, Langley, and Goddard. Recognized as Teacher of the Year (2000) and committed to advancing STEM education globally, including outreach to schools in Nairobi, Kenya.
Fueling Discovery
Fueling Discovery
Professional Experience
Professional Experience
Technology Teacher, Forest Middle School — Bedford County Public Schools (1994–Present)
Courses: Computer Solutions, World History, Virginia Studies, Design, Inventions and Innovations, Honors Computer Science, Technology & Engineering (Grades 6–8).
Led Drone Team and coached students in emerging technologies.
Served in leadership roles: Related Arts Chair (15 yrs), SCA Sponsor (5 yrs), Principal’s Advisory (10 yrs).
Designed and implemented cross-curricular STEM projects integrating history, engineering, and computer science.
History & Computer Science Teacher, Southampton County Middle School (1989–1993)
Taught U.S. History and Computer Science to Grades 7–8.
Head Varsity Track Coach; JV Football Coach.
Early leader in integrating computer science instruction into the middle school curriculum.
STEM & Aerospace Involvement
STEM & Aerospace Involvement
Content Creator, STEM2Stars (2023–Present): Develops educational STEM content for outreach.
Technology Teacher, Bedford County Public Schools (1989-Present)
Master Teacher, Virginia Space Grant Consortium – VASTS (2024): Led student teams during NASA-based aerospace academy.
Community Engagement: Supports a Christian school in Nairobi, Kenya, raising awareness and funds for student learning opportunities.
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